Welcome to Moonbeams & Laughter — a little corner of the internet filled with joyful, nature-inspired illustration. I'm Nikki Cabral, a watercolor illustrator and surface pattern designer based on the sunny coast of Florida. Everything you'll find here is made with heart, from animals and botanicals to whimsical characters and seasonal collections — all rooted in the belief that the things we surround ourselves with should make us smile. I'm so glad you found your way here.

What I offer:

Watercolor illustration of birthday party supplies, including a blue gift bag with a birthday message, a gift box, a pillow, a rolled-up blanket, and three rolls of wrapping paper with patterns of stars, hearts, and confetti.

Licensing

All of the art and designs listed on this site are available for licensing.

My Shops

I currently have a variety of art prints available as digital downloads on Etsy. And then on Spoonflower for fabric, wallpaper and textiles. Click the Shop links at the top and take a look.

Watercolor illustration of a striped blue and white bucket filled with art supplies, including paintbrushes, paint, ruler, glue stick, and utility knife, with a small pencil sharpener nearby.

Custom Work

I love to work with clients to create custom designs. Reach out if you have a project in mind.

Take a Look!

My lookbook is now available online.

Three white framed posters on a white wall. The left poster titled 'Number Flags' displays numbers 0 through 9 with their associated flags. The center poster titled 'Nautical Alphabet' shows the maritime alphabet with corresponding flags for each letter. The right poster features a flag with horizontal blue, white, and red stripes beneath a circle with an anchor symbol, and a large blue letter 'C' below.

Illustration of a crescent moon with a smiling face, closed eyes, and a white flower on its head.

Check out my Etsy shop. It’s full of fun nursery art. A selection of convenient digital downloads to print yourself, right from your computer. Plus, they’re great for last minute gifts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely simple. Standard designs are delivered instantly after purchase. Custom or personalized pieces require time for creation before your file is ready for download.
Files are provided in five ratios to fit standard frame sizes: 2:3, 3:4, 4:5, 5:7, and ISO.
For best results, I recommend a professional printing service or local print shop using archival, pigment-based inks for rich, long-lasting color. Home printers work too, though color and paper quality may vary. Choose a matte or fine art paper for the truest look.
At this time, licensing inquiries are welcome and I'd be glad to discuss opportunities to bring my artwork to new products. Please reach out directly to start the conversation.
I appreciate your interest in custom work. I do accept a limited number of commissions — please reach out to discuss your idea, timeline, and availability before ordering.